Freelancing: Best and Worst

While the choice to go freelance comes with the freedom most of us desire, you will face the headaches unseen in traditional employment. Here are the biggest perks and the most frustrating peeves a freelance has to go through. It is best to know what you’re getting into before you jump in.

Perks

Flexible Working Hours: Freelancers juggle multiple deadlines, but they can work on projects when they want – no more 9 to 5 hours.

Being Your Own Boss: Freelancers enjoy being responsible for their work and creativity.

Flexibility: You can enjoy variation in the projects you choose to accept.

Frustrations

Inconsistent Cash Flow: With no fixed wage, it can be difficult to manage your money and sometimes secure payments from clients.

Being Responsible For Finding Work: It can be difficult to find work as a freelancer, with networking and growing your contact base is massively important.

No Company Pension: Less than a third of self-employed people are paying into a pension. Frustrations are not a reason to avoid this lifestyle. Hit the link below to find out about how to overcome them.